Biology - Ecology and Environmental Changepart time, full time

Degree
Master of Science
Master
Standard period of study (amount)
4 semesters
Location
Bielefeld
Deadlines
expired (Germans and inhabitants)
July 2026 (EU)
July 2026 (Non-EU)
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Overview and admission

Study Type

graduate

Admission semester

Winter Semester only

Area of study

  • Biology
  • Environmental Science

Admission modus

Local admission restriction

More information regarding admission requirements

Admission requirements

Admission requirements for the course are: Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Biology or another first professionally qualifying degree from an institution of higher education with a standard period of study of at least 3 years and components of at least 60 credit points (CPs) in Biology or related disciplines. Another admission requirement in every case is proof of at least 20 credit points (CPs) in ecology-oriented lectures (ecology specialisation). Proven proficiency in German\; Successful completion of a written application procedure which, among other things, demonstrates motivation and academic aptitude for this degree course. You can find more detailed information on the website of the University of Bielefeld or the department-specific requirements published there.

Lecture period

  • 13.10.2025 - 06.02.2026
  • 07.04.2025 - 18.07.2025

Application deadlines

Winter semester (2025/2026)

  • Application deadline for Germans and inhabitants

    Expired

    The application deadlines for the Master's degree courses may vary. Please check the relevant deadlines at: https://uni-bielefeld.de/fristen-master

  • Deadlines for International Students from the European Union

    01.06.2026 - 15.07.2026

    Information on applications for international prospective students: https://www.uni-bielefeld.de/application Please note that many degree programmes require a prior application for preliminary examination documentation via uni-assist.

  • Deadlines for international students from countries that are not members of the European Union

    01.06.2026 - 15.07.2026

    Information on applications for international prospective students: https://www.uni-bielefeld.de/application Please note that many degree programmes require a prior application for preliminary examination documentation via uni-assist.

  • Enrollment deadline for Germans and foreign students

    Until 15.09.2026 (Universitywide deadline)

    Applications for admission to a higher study semester must be submitted by 15.08. at the latest for the winter semester. (subjects with admission restrictions) or 15.10. (subjects without admission restrictions must be submitted to the relevant faculty (cut-off date). If the desired subject is also in the first study semester without admission restrictions, the application can be made at any time.

Languages of instruction

Main language

English